Juan V. Sanchez, 74, passed away on Friday, November 16, 2012 at his home in Tucson, with his family by his side. He is survived by his beloved wife of 48 years, Gloria Sanchez; daughters, Thelma Valenzuela, Velma Puente and Sylvia Bracamonte; grandchildren, Gabe Puente, Demetria Puente, Darian Bracamonte and Anthony Bracamonte. He proudly served in the United States Marine Corp. Juan lived for watching his four grandchildren play sports. He will be missed and never forgotten by his family and friends. There will be a Memorial Service on Saturday, December 1, 2012 from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 365 McKeown, Patagonia, AZ.